DIMAPUR — Krishi
Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Mon, in collaboration with the State Agricultural
Management and Extension Training Institute (SAMETI), Nagaland, and the
National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE), organised two
skill training of rural youth (STRY) programmes.
The training on seed production was held from December 2 to
the 7th, while the training on soil testing took place from December 5 to the
10th. Both programmes were conducted at the KVK office in Aboi, under Mon
district, according to an update.
During the training programme on seed production,
Bendangjungla emphasised various themes related to seed production. Dr.
Ruopfuselhou Kehie delivered sessions on seed pathology, seed health, plant
disease management, seed storage, and insect pest management.
Peiwang delivered a talk on the agronomy of seed production,
covering seed production technology for vegetables, oilseeds, and cereals, as
well as participatory seed production and its importance. Zhiete Kapfo spoke on
soil health management, nutrient management, determination of soil parameters,
and the procedure for soil sample collection.
Senior scientist and head of KVK Mon, Dr. V Akashe Zhimomi,
highlighted the importance of seeds in ensuring a secure food supply and their
role as effective carriers of emerging technologies.
He emphasised the importance of soil and its management in
crop production and encouraged participants to actively engage in the training
to acquire new skills.
A total of 34 youths benefitted from the programme, which
included practical classes and demonstrations.
